A wIde Range Neutron Detector for space nuclear reactor applications

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作者：

Nassif, Eduardo ^{[1
]}

Matatagui, Emilio ^{[2
]}

Sismonda, Miguel ^{[1
]}

Pretorius, Stephan ^{[3
]}

机构：

[1] INVAP SE, Moreno 1089, RA-8400 San Carlos De Bariloche, Rio Negro, Argentina

[2] SOLYDES, RA-1832 Buenos Aires, DF, Argentina

[3] PAYLOAD Syst Inc, Cambridge, MA 02141 USA

来源：

SPACE TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL FORUM - STAIF 2007 | 2007年 / 880卷

关键词：

space reactor instrumentation; neutron induced fission; wide range neutron flux measurements; reactor control; safety;

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中图分类号：

V [航空、航天];

学科分类号：

08 ; 0825 ;

摘要：

We propose here a versatile and innovative solution for monitoring and controlling a space-based nuclear reactor that is based on technology already proved in ground based reactors. A Wide Range Neutron Detector (WRND) allows for a reduction in the complexity of space based nuclear instrumentation and control systems. A ground model, predecessor of the proposed system, has been installed and is operating at the OPAL (Open Pool Advanced Light Water Research Reactor) in Australia, providing long term functional data. A space compatible Engineering Qualification Model of the WRND has been developed, manufactured and verified satisfactorily by analysis, and is currently under environmental testing.

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页码：185 / +

页数：2